 "Here lie the ashes of Dorothy Parker (1893 - 1967) Humorist, Writer, Critic, Defender of human and civil rights. For her epitaph, she suggested "Excuse My Dust". This memorial garden is dedicated to her noble spirit which celebrated the oneness of humankind and to the bonds of everlasting friendship between Black and Jewish people. Dedicated by The National Association of the Advancement of Colored People, October 20, 1988." (On a memorial plaque).

 Who: President Thomas Wilson Source: 2012 Note: After several earthquakes in the sea spawn several mega-tsunamis, the President, who had chosen to stay behind is caught in an earthquake. As he regains consciousness, he looks up to see a massive tsunami heading his way. He says these words moments before the tsunami and the carrier USS John F. Kennedy crushes him and the White House. He mentions Dorothy being his late wife earlier in the movie.